Semi Senior Accountant - Absolute Recruit : Job Details

We’re looking for a Semi Senior or Senior Accountant to join our forward-thinking accountancy practice in London. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to take the next step in their career within a dynamic team environment. The role offers hybrid working (3 days in the office, 2 from home) and the chance to work with an exciting portfolio of clients across the Media, Entertainment, and Creative agency sectors.You'll need to thrive in a fast-paced setting, be confident managing deadlines, and bring strong communication and organisational skills to the table.Key Responsibilities:

• Training and supporting junior staff, offering guidance and mentoring across the wider team.
• Acting as a role model through professionalism, conduct, and technical expertise.
• Managing VAT return processes from delegation to review and timely submission, keeping clients well-informed throughout.
• Handling ad-hoc client queries with clarity and efficiency.
• Drafting accounts with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Managing tasks using CCH workflow software, ensuring clear progress updates—especially during managerial absences.
• Supporting billing targets and helping manage workflows across the team.
• Delivering training on accounting software to improve team capability.
• Overseeing bookkeepers’ time management and allocation.
• Working closely with managers and offering proactive support where needed.

Key Skills:

• Previous experience working within an accountancy practice.
• ACA/ACCA part-qualified or finalist.
• Strong communication skills for effective client and team interaction.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage deadlines and multitask effectively.
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience is advantageous.
• Comfortable using accounting software; experience with CCH workflow tools is a plus.

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